One in four young workers have considered quitting due to mental health issues

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17 Mar 2025 • 7:24 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • One in four young workers in the UK have considered quitting their jobs in the past year due to mental health challenges.
  • Across all age groups, 10 per cent of workers have actively considered leaving the workforce for an extended period, with an additional 20 per cent contemplating it.
  • This comes as economic inactivity in the UK reached a record 9.4 million people in 2024.
  • PwC's study of over 4,000 employees highlights growing employer concern over economic inactivity, with many reconsidering support systems to retain staff.
  • The research suggests a need for collaborative efforts between businesses and government to address the issue and facilitate a return to work for those who have left.

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